Pair of Matching Spanish Solid Silver Crab Salts / Snuff Boxes with Hinged Lids

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Pair of Matching Spanish Solid Silver Crab Salt Cellars or Snuff Boxes with Hinged Lids
This is an unusual pair of figural salt cellars in the shape crabs. Realistically cast in solid silver, these pieces were made around 1930. They are in perfect condition with no damage, scratches, dints or repairs.
The crabs feature red gem set eyes and a gold plated interior under a hinged lid for holding salt. The interior of the bowl bears a makers hallmark (LOPEZ Madrid), the front claw bears a very difficult to see (and photograph) faded pentagon, which is the Spanish hallmark for .915 silver. The pieces also have been acid tested in several places and are guaranteed high-grade solid silver.
Dimensions:
Each 11.5 x 7.5 cm
Total weight of both salts approx. 240 g
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